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Dealer Setup
& Adjustment Instructions
Ferris IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 26HP - 30HP - 32HP - 37HP
61"& 72" Mower Deck
This Dealer Setup Instruction covers the following products:
Model No.
Description
Tractor
5900611
IS3100ZLKAV2661
5900612
IS3100ZK3061
5900613
IS3100ZBV3261
5901183
IS3100ZBV32
5901186
IS3100ZBV3061
5900716
IS3100ZBV3261 AUS/NZ
5900717
IS3100ZBV32 AUS/NZ
5900736
IS3100ZBV3261 CAL
5900752
IS3100ZKAV3761SS
5900753
IS3100ZKAV37SS
Deck
5901184
3100/72
5900718
3100/72 AUS/NZ
ATTENTION SETUP PERSONNEL:
The safety warnings provided in this guide and in
the operator's manual included with the unit contain
important information that must be obeyed when
assembling, setting-up, operating, servicing,
transporting, or storing the unit.
These warnings are highlighted by the safety alert triangle
symbol shown above, which signifies that an important safety
message is being provided.
You must read, understand, and follow these warnings and
instructions, and use safe shop and work practices at all
times while working on or around this unit and all other
outdoor power equipment.
Sections and items denoted by the Setup symbol
provide the information necessary to fully assemble,
test, and prepare the units described above for
delivery to your customers.
A Quick Setup List is provided on page 2 of this booklet
to help you identify and check that the items have been
performed.
Additional information concerning functional tests,
general adjustment procedures, and the location of
normal lubrication points are included in these
instructions.
Although all required lubrication and normal adjustments on
factory-assembled components are done at the factory, this
additional information is provided to assist you in ensuring that
each unit is delivered to the customer in proper working order.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

SETUP PROCEDURES
Quick Setup List ................................................................2
Uncrating ............................................................................3
Connect Battery.................................................................3
Tractor Assembly ..............................................................4
Motion Control Handle Assembly ....................................4
Seat Assembly .................................................................4
Roll bar Assembly .............................................................5
Assemble Retainer Pins ..................................................5
Assemble Top Loop .........................................................5
Install the Roll Bar............................................................5
Check Fluid levels .............................................................7
Check Engine Oil Level ...................................................7
Check Hydraulic Oil Level................................................7
Check Engine Coolant Level ...........................................7
Check Tire Pressure..........................................................8
Mower Assembly ...............................................................8
Check Torque - Mower Blades ........................................8
Install Deck Pusher Bars ..................................................9
Install the Mower Deck....................................................10
Check & Level the Mower Deck .....................................12
Deck Lift Spring ...............................................................13
Check Deck Drive Belt ....................................................14
Lubrication .......................................................................15
Adding Fuel......................................................................16
Starting The Engine ........................................................16
Perform Safety Checks ...................................................17
Functional Tests.............................................................17
Safety Interlock System .................................................17
Seat Adjustment ..............................................................18
Motion Control Handle Adjustment ...............................18
Speed Balancing Adjustment.........................................19
Neutral Adjustment .........................................................19
Return-To-Neutral Adjustment .......................................20
Parking Brake Adjustment .............................................20
PTO Clutch Adjustment ..................................................21
Blade Brake Check ..........................................................21
Suspension Adjustment .................................................22
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5100310
Rev. Date: 03/2008
TP 300-7247-H-3Z-F

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Dealer Setup & Adjustment Instructions Ferris IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 26HP - 30HP - 32HP - 37HP 61”& 72” Mower Deck TABLE OF CONTENTS: This Dealer Setup Instruction covers the following products: SETUP PROCEDURES Model No. Description Quick Setup List ..............2...
  • Page 2: Quick Setup List

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Quick Setup List - Page Setup Procedure Steps to Perform ❏ Remove Crate & Banding. Uncrating ❏ Loosen Hydraulic Release Valves. ❏ Release Parking Brake and Roll Tractor forward off skid.
  • Page 3: Uncrating

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Uncrating 1. Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Remove shrink-wrap plastic. 2. Cut nylon banding from front of the frame and rear bumper.
  • Page 4: Tractor Assembly

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Tractor Assembly Assemble the Motion Control Handles 1. Remove the handles and mounting hardware from the handle bar box. 2. Install the ground speed control handles (A, Figure 4) onto the control lever base using the 5/16-18 x 3/4”...
  • Page 5: Roll Bar Assembly

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Roll Bar Assembly Loop End Snap End Assemble the Retainer Pins 1. Unpack the roll bar and hardware from the box. 2. Assemble the foam ring (A, Figure 5) onto the retainer pin (B).
  • Page 6 IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck 3. Install the top loop (A, Figure 9) onto the upright tubes (B). From the outside, install the 1/2” x 3” bolt (C) through the retainer pin assembly (D), then through the top lop and upright tube and shown in FIgure 9.
  • Page 7: Check Fluid Levels

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Check Fluid Levels Check Engine Oil 1. Use the dipstick (A, Figure 10) to check the engine oil level. If necessary add engine oil. Check engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for oil recommendations.
  • Page 8: Check Tire Pressure

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Check Tire Pressures Tire pressure should be checked periodically, and maintained at the levels shown in the chart. Note that these pressures may differ slightly from the “Max Inflation”...
  • Page 9: Install Deck Pusher Bars

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Install Deck Pusher Bars Check the pusher bar length from the outside of the cross tube to the center of the ball joint. This should be 16-5/8” (42,2cm). See insert in Figure 19. Adjust if necessary prior to installing the pusher bars onto the deck.
  • Page 10: Install The Mower Deck

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Install the Mower Deck 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface and engage the parking brake. 2. Lock the deck lift pedal in the 6” (15,2cm) position.
  • Page 11: Check & Adjust The Deck Lift Rod Timing

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Check & Adjust the Inner Rod Deck Lift Rod Timing 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface and engage the Add / Remove 5/8" SAE Washers parking brake. Rear tires must be inflated to 15 psi (1,03 bar);...
  • Page 12: Check & Level The Mower Deck

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Check & Level the Mower Deck NOTE: Before adjusting the deck level, the deck lift rod timing must be checked and adjusted if necessary. 1. Park machine on a flat, level surface and engage the Adjust Here parking brake.
  • Page 13: Deck Lift Spring

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Deck Lift Spring The deck lift springs (A, Figure 22) are factory set to provide optimal lifting performance. Although it is fastened with an adjustable anchor, this is NOT AN ADJUSTMENT POINT.
  • Page 14: Check Deck Drive Belt

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Install & Check Deck Drive Belt To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. 1. Make sure the V-side of the belt runs in the pulley grooves (Figure 23).
  • Page 15: Lubrication

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figure 26 through 29. Grease: Use grease fittings when present. Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings Figure 27.
  • Page 16: Adding Fuel

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Adding Fuel To Add Fuel: 1. Remove the fuel cap (see A, Figure 30). 2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This will allow for fuel expansion.
  • Page 17: Perform Safety Checks

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Perform SAFETY INTERLOCK Safety Checks SYSTEM WARNING This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, set the parking These safety systems are present for your safety, do...
  • Page 18: Adjustment Procedures

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Adjustment Procedures Seat Adjustment Lever Seat Adjustment NON-SUSPENSION SEAT See Figure 31. The seat can be adjusted fore and aft. Move the lever forward, position the seat as desired, and release the lever to lock the seat into position.
  • Page 19: Speed Balancing Adjustment

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Speed Balancing Adjustment If the rider veers to the right or left when the ground speed control levers are in the maximum forward position, the top speed of each of these levers can be balanced by turning the adjustment bolt(s) (A, Figure 34).
  • Page 20: Return-To-Neutral Adjustment

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Return-To-Neutral Adjustment To determine if it is necessary to adjust the neutral return, perform the following steps. 1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake and turn off the engine.
  • Page 21: Pto Clutch Adjustment

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Figure 40. Adjust PTO Clutch A. Window B. Adjustment Nut C. .016”-.018” (0,40-0,45mm) Feeler Gauge Figure 39. PTO Clutch Adjustment A. Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown) B. Adjustment Nut...
  • Page 22: Suspension Adjustment

    IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Figure 41. Suspension Adjustment A. Pre-load Adjuster B. Shock Mounting Bolt C. Top Jam Nut D. Bottom Jam Nut E. Adjuster Bolt Suspension WARNING Adjustment Use two hands when adjusting the shock springs.
  • Page 23 IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Notes...
  • Page 24 IS3100Z Series - 4 Wheel IS - 61” & 72” Mower Deck Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC. Copyright © 2008 Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA. All Rights Reserved. The Ferris logo is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Corporation, Milwaukee, WI, USA.

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